Auditions for fall music classes

The Patel Conservatory in downtown Tampa will hold auditions this week for its fall music classes.

Did you know that the Patel Conservatory is accredited by the same organization as Hillsborough County Public Schools?

Academic credit may be available for classes taken at the Conservatory. Prior approval from your school is required.

Auditions are required for placement in the appropriate level classes for the following music programs:

Rock School
Mon., Aug. 13, 5 - 8 p.m.

Tues., Aug. 14, 5 - 8 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 5, 5 to 8 p.m.

Instrument and cords required (drum set, amps and keyboards provided). If you are auditioning as a vocalist, you must audition on an instrument as well. Rock School students returning after a one-semester or more absence must audition.

Patel Conservatory Youth Orchestra
For Prelude Strings, Intermezzo String Orchestra and Patel Conservatory Chamber Orchestra. Conducted by Stephen Brown, Associate Conductor, Catherine Michelsen.

Mon., Aug. 13, 5:30-8 p.m.
Tues., Aug. 14, 5:30-8 p.m.
Wed., Aug. 15, 5:30-8 p.m.
For additional information on audition requirements, click here.

Pit Orchestra
Aug. 13-15, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Be a part of the live orchestra ensemble for PCYT’s fall production of Kiss Me, Kate!

All auditions require a $15 audition fee. To schedule an audition appointment, please email music@strazcenter.org or call 813.222.1002.

To supplement your ensemble experience, private lessons are encouraged on your instrument. For information on private lessons, please click here.

New this fall: Fundamentals of Music, a free class for students enrolled in a Patel Conservatory music class. Click here for more info.